B1noun2K

Content

UK /["/ˈkɒntent/"]/US /["/ˈkɑːntent/"]/

Definition

the things that are contained in something

In simple words: What something is about or what it includes.

Examples

  • The content of the book was fascinating and kept me engaged.
  • She is responsible for creating online content for the company’s website.
  • The content of the presentation included important data and future projections.
  • The video had a lot of adult content that was not suitable for children.
  • He felt a sense of content after finishing his work for the day.
  • The movie's content was too graphic for my taste.
  • Her content was well-organized and easy to understand.
  • The teacher reviewed the content covered in the last class.
  • Finding the right content for the audience is crucial in marketing.
  • After meditating, he felt calm and content with his decisions.

Usage notes

Used in both spoken and written English. It's common when discussing articles, videos, or any information. Avoid using in formal, academic contexts unless discussing curriculum content.

Grammar pattern

content + object

Memory hint

Think of 'content' as what 'contents' would describe in a box.

Collocations

  • dump
  • empty
  • pour
  • original
  • quality
  • rich
  • create
  • deliver
  • provide
  • provider
  • high
  • low
  • alcohol

Synonyms

  • subject matter
  • material
  • information
  • topics

Antonyms

  • discontent
  • emptiness

Common mistakes

  • Confused with 'context' which refers to the situation related to something.
  • Using 'content' in the plural form incorrectly as 'contents'.
  • Misunderstanding it as a verb instead of a noun.